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Alfa Romeo 146 1.8 Twin Spark

General information

ModelAlfa Romeo 146 1.8 Twin Spark
Year1999
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating60 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1746 ccm (106.54 cubic inches)
Fuel city driving8.4 litres/100 km (28.00 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving12.6 litres/100 km (18.65 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving6.6 litres/100 km (35.64 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1746 ccm (106.54 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power144.00 PS (106 kW or 142 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque169.00 Nm (17.2 kgf-m or 124.7 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression10.7:1
Bore x stroke82.0 x 82.8 mm (3.2 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed209.0 km/h (129.9 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)9.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1185 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4340 litres (1,147 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (448.8 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1215 kg (2,678.6 pounds)
Overall length4240 mm (166.9 inches)
Overall width1720 mm (67.7 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Wheelbase2550 mm (100.4 inches)
Fuel capacity61.0 litres (16.12 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originItaly
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